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Costume Charity Gives Thousands a Happy Halloween
29 Oct
Summary
- A decade-old charity provides free Halloween costumes to children.
- Thousands of costumes have been given away to families in need.
- The charity expects to distribute over 4,000 costumes in 2026.
Halloween is a cherished occasion, but not all children can afford elaborate costumes. Christophe Waggoner, recalling his own childhood, founded a charity to address this disparity. His initiative, October's Child, began a decade ago, aiming to provide free Halloween costumes to those in need. Initially storing costumes in his garage, the charity's growth necessitated multiple storage units.
October's Child hosts an annual distribution event where community members can select costumes and decorations without charge. Over the years, Waggoner has successfully given away nearly 8,000 costumes. Looking ahead to 2026, the charity expects to distribute more than 4,000 costumes for children, adults, and pets in a large, designated field.
Parents express deep gratitude for the organization, highlighting Waggoner's dedication to ensuring every child has a special costume. Waggoner himself finds profound satisfaction in witnessing the joy and smiles of those he helps, a sentiment that fuels his ongoing commitment to spreading Halloween magic.
